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 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 04 Mar 2010, 7:16 pm 

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psychohist -- he's played multi-player games just a little. I'll push him a little in that direction. Thanks for the suggestion.

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 04 Mar 2010, 2:34 pm 

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Hi Oliphaunt, do you have a link to that study? I would be very interested in reading it. http://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/adhd-schoolkids-10-times-worse-on-ritalin-dexamphetamine-study-finds/story-e6frfku0-1225831266819 It's not clear to me that this study normalized the Ritalin and non-Ritali...

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 03 Mar 2010, 11:43 pm 

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I think you should try looking at it from a different angle. Many AS are "inspired" by reading, action figures, and video games. There is nothing wrong with having interests focused in these areas, and they can be turned into social opportunities and even careers. Start with what you know he likes ...

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 03 Mar 2010, 11:30 pm 

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Also, supposing his motor skills/coordination is a bit off compared to the other kids, there may be more enjoyment for him in sports that as aren't directly competitive . Maybe something that can he learn and adapt to at his own particular level, something like karate lessons, track, etc? He's been...

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 03 Mar 2010, 11:27 pm 

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I agree with Maranatha. I would also recommend structured days/weeks meaning for example every Saturday a sports day, every evening a book reading or something. Structure helps me when I am depressed and not interested in anything. We've heard the structure thing a few times now. I'll start getting...

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 03 Mar 2010, 11:25 pm 

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10 years old was definitely a tough part of life for me socially. I can certainly empathize with your son's difficulties. Looking back on my own childhood, here are some things I found play a huge role in initiating friends/interest/hobbies: Outdoor Activity (sports, hiking, camping, developing an ...

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
Posted: 03 Mar 2010, 7:24 pm 

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I wonder about the Zoloft. I was prescribed Zoloft for postpartum depression and the numb, dissatisfied feeling came AFTER the Zoloft (although I suppose it was better than the despairing, suicidal feeling that it replaced). Have you tried different meds? I know it's tricky prescribing SSRIs to kid...

 Forum: Parents' Discussion   Topic: Giving my son hope

Oliphant
 Post subject: Giving my son hope
Posted: 03 Mar 2010, 2:34 am 

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Hello all, First post, hope this isn't a selfish use of the forum! By way of introduction: my son is 10, and over 100 pounds and well into puberty. His psychiatrist diagnosed him with Asperger's and ADHD. His IQ is normal, yet it is extremely hard to teach him anything. He is utterly unable to organ...
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